Which activity is highlighted as the most important in the portfolio?

• A. Non-profit service work for Days for Girls
• B. Writing a book
• C. Planning the trip to UVU
• D. Coaching a sports team

Answer: (A)

The main idea being tested is which activity best demonstrates leadership and lasting impact through service in the portfolio. The non-profit service work for Days for Girls stands out because it shows sustained, real-world impact and the kind of leadership that portfolios aim to highlight: you’ve taken initiative to address a community need, organized and mobilized resources or volunteers, and measured or observed outcomes over time. That kind of ongoing service communicates commitment, empathy, and practical problem-solving in a way that other activities—like writing a book, planning a trip, or coaching a team—don’t demonstrate as clearly in terms of long-term community impact. So this activity best embodies the values and competencies Sterling Scholar portfolios typically emphasize.